Summer Songs to Play on Acoustic Guitar

Here are 10 perfect summer songs that sound amazing on acoustic guitar. From classic singalong tunes by The Kinks and Otis Redding to modern indie favourites like Jungle and Weezer, this Andy Guitar lesson collection is packed with easy chord songs, summer vibes and acoustic guitar inspiration.

Along the way, Andy covers beginner chord changes, triads, Hendrix-style rhythm guitar, reggae grooves, capo tricks and acoustic strumming techniques — making this perfect for beginner and intermediate guitarists alike. Whether you want songs for the garden, beach, road trips or summer BBQs, there’s something here for everyone

00:00 — Sunny Afternoon — The Kinks - Chord Sheet
02:08 — (Sittin' On) The Dock of the Bay — Otis Redding - Chord Sheet
03:58 — Everybody's Talkin' — Harry Nilsson - Chord Sheet
07:01 — Listen to the Music — The Doobie Brothers - Chords - TAB
09:33 — Back on 74 — Jungle - Chords - TAB
10:46 — Summertime Sadness — Lana Del Rey - Chord Sheet
11:52 — Summer Wine — Nancy Sinatra & Lee Hazlewood - Chord Sheet
12:46 — Island in the Sun — Weezer - Chord Sheet
14:07 — 54-46 That's My Number — Toots and the Maytals - TAB
16:00 — Dice — Finley Quaye - Chord Sheet